placket
/ˈplækɪt/
noun
- An opening or slit in a piece of clothing, especially at the neck, waist, or cuff, often with buttons or snaps for fastening.
- The dress had a hidden placket that made it look seamless.
- He carefully ironed the placket on his polo shirt before the meeting.
- She sewed the buttons onto the placket of the shirt.
- The piece of fabric covering such an opening.
- The tailor adjusted the placket so the shirt would fit more comfortably.
- The placket was reinforced with extra stitching to prevent tearing.
- She chose a contrasting color for the placket to add detail to the blouse.